Here is an article from the Los Angeles Times on the Railroad.

The living railroad and museum are located about four hours north of Las Vegas.

Two of the Nevada Northern Railway’s original steam locomotives pose for photo buffs during a winter photography weekend in 2014. (Don Hepler)

People from across the country come to rural Ely – with a population 4,262 and an elevation of 6,427 feet – for this event.While a coating of snow isn’t guaranteed, wintertime provides an opportunity to snap photos without competing with the summer tourists for a good vantage point.

Winter Photo Freight Shoot in northern Nevada

Even photographers with the most basic skills and equipment can shoot stellar images. The event’s organizers set up studio-quality lighting and offer helpful guidance to maximize the experience for participants.

Since Nevada Northern is a working railroad, not just a museum, the equipment is all authentic. In addition to well-preserved steam locomotives plus passenger and freight cars, the site is also home to the original depot, engine house and water tower – plenty to excite enthusiasts.